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Abu Dhabi hosts unusual U.S.-Russia prisoner swap

United Arab Emirates

Abu Dhabi hosts unusual U.S.-Russia prisoner swap

Russia released a Los Angeles spa worker on Thursday sentenced to 12 years in jail for donating to a charity aiding Ukraine in exchange for a man accused of crafting a global smuggling ring to spirit sensitive U.S. electronics to Russia's military.

Hezbollah says it’s willing to discuss national defense plan

Lebanon

Hezbollah says it’s willing to discuss national defense plan

Lebanon's powerful Hezbollah movement announced on Thursday its readiness to engage in dialogue with the Lebanese government over a potential national defense strategy—a move that could mark a significant shift in the country's long-standing political and security dynamics.

Turkey detains 2 prominent journalists in morning raids

Turkey

Turkey detains 2 prominent journalists in morning raids

Turkish police detained two prominent opposition journalists in early morning raids on Thursday in Istanbul as part of an investigation into alleged threats and blackmail, according to a court document seen by Reuters.

UAE-Russia Ties deepen with new Ras Al Khaimah-Moscow partnership

United Arab Emirates

UAE-Russia Ties deepen with new Ras Al Khaimah-Moscow partnership

In a significant move to bolster international cooperation, Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, oversaw the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the governments of Ras Al Khaimah and the City of Moscow.

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